Replacement Actuator for Damaged Atwood on Trailer

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Will this replace an old atwood weld on actuator? Is there any kind of information size of unit, etc.? Needing to replace an old atwood actuator on a boat trailer that has a angled front.

asked by: Scott R

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Yes the Dexter actuator part # DEX94FR would work as a replacement for the Atwood actuator your trailer has and would be a really great choice too. This fits the standard trailer tongue dimensions (3 inch wide) like what your current Atwood fits so it would install easily and function well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If you are looking for a brake actuator that works with drum brakes and a 2-5/16" hitch ball then 2 of our most popular options are from Titan. We have a weld-on application with part #T1521000 as well as a bolt-on application with part…

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Answer 2

The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator part #DX33FR is designed to fit a 3" wide trailer frame. This is the most common width. If you have a different width please let me know what that is and I'll see what other options we have for you.

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Answer 3

We do have an option for a weld-on coupler for drum brakes, but there is not a version of the Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator 8605001 that is a weld-on option. The closest that can be welded on is the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Drum -…

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The Dexter #DX27FR would make a good replacement for trailers weighing less than 7500 lbs. The coupler is compatible with a 2 inch trailer ball, so if your trailer meets those criteria, the #DX27FR would be an excellent choice. UFP is now owned by…

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Answer 5

It looks like your 2003 Ranger 521 boat trailer has a straight tongue coupler so you should be able to use something like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator #DX33FR. This is a bolt on application that fits a 2" hitch ball and has a weight…

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Answer 6

You can use the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Drum - Primed - 2" Bulldog Coupler #DM8509202 with a pintle hitch ball combo like the B&W Tow & Stow Pintle Hook with 2" Ball #BWTS10055 or Buyers Combination Pintle Hook with 2"…

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Answer 7

A replacement coupler option that is very similar to the existing coupler on your EZ Loader Trailer is the Dexter DX7.5L A-60, Drum, 2 Inch Ball Brake Actuator #DX33FR. Dexter acquired UFP, so actuator is essentially an updated version of your…

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Answer 8

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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Answer 11

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 12

Traditionally, trailer manufacturers did not use electric brakes on boat trailers because the brake magnet wiring and trailer wiring did not always have the best insulation or water protection. These days, more and more manufacturers are using…

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